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Specialized Therapy

Trauma Informed EMDR Therapy

Unlock your brain's natural healing to resolve stuck patterns fast. Heal your past and reclaim your present with Michelle Gross, MA, LMFT — Specialized EMDR Therapy in Westlake Village, California.

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EMDR Therapy

Specialized Counseling in Westlake Village

Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR)

Repeated studies show that by using EMDR therapy, people can experience the benefits of psychotherapy that once took years to make a difference. It is widely assumed that severe emotional pain requires a long time to heal. However, EMDR counseling demonstrates that the mind can indeed heal from psychological trauma much like the body recovers from physical trauma.

When you cut your hand, your body works to close the wound — it festers and causes pain. Once the block is removed, healing resumes. EMDR therapy illustrates that a similar sequence of events occurs with mental processes. The brain's information processing system naturally moves toward mental health. If this system is blocked or imbalanced due to the impact of a disturbing event, the emotional wound festers and can lead to intense suffering. Once the block is removed, healing resumes.

As a certified EMDR therapist, I utilize detailed protocols and procedures learned in EMDR therapy training sessions to assist you in activating your natural healing processes. This approach is especially effective for trauma treatment and can also be beneficial for those struggling with addiction therapy.

"I am amazed at how EMDR has helped my clients to heal and live a significantly improved life!"

EMDRIA Certified

Michelle Gross is a certified EMDR therapist through EMDRIA — the gold standard for EMDR training and certification.

(805) 824-4428
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What EMDR Can Help With

PTSD & Trauma
Anxiety & Phobias
Depression
Grief & Loss
Addiction & Substance Use
Performance Anxiety
Childhood Trauma
Relationship Issues

DETUR: Protocol for Addiction

The DETUR method of EMDR addresses struggles with a wide range of addictions and compulsive behaviors. By targeting the triggers that bring out the urge to use and then desensitizing these urges, my clients gain ego strength and learn to replace dysfunctional behaviors with a more positive and functional lifestyle.

"I am truly amazed by the benefits of DETUR!"

Alcohol
Nicotine
Cocaine / Crack
Methamphetamine
Marijuana
Heroin
Prescription Drugs
Gambling
Overeating / Weight Problems
Shoplifting
Sex Addiction
Domestic Violence

Learn More About EMDR

Watch these videos to understand how EMDR works and the powerful results it can produce.

EMDR: A Powerful, Life-Changing Tool for Healing

EMDR therapy helps rewire the brain's response to stress, reducing the emotional charge behind traumatic memories and breaking the cycle of unhealthy coping behaviors — so you can move forward with lasting relief.

EMDR in Action

See how EMDR looks in action during a real therapy session.

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Ready to Begin Your Healing Journey?

Contact Michelle today to schedule a consultation and learn how EMDR therapy can help you.